Iron
7.0
High score (8-10)
Iron County has the St. Francois Mountains — the oldest exposed mountains in North America — and Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park, which draws significant outdoor recreation visitors. The rugged terrain and scenic access create a specific outdoor social culture. A foreign man with hiking and outdoor interests has a genuine entry point during the warm months.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Ironton is a small county seat in the St. Francois Mountains area with some hiking and state park tourism. The county has 10,000 people and the economy has never fully recovered from the end of the iron mining era. The outdoor access is real but it creates a pass-through crowd, not a social scene.
Lower score (below 6)
Iron County's mining economy collapsed generations ago and the county has been economically depressed ever since. The permanent population is working-class and insular in the way common to isolated Ozarks communities. The state park visitors don't engage with the local social world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Iron, Missouri?
$48k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Iron, Missouri?
Women marry at 27
How common is a college degree in Iron, Missouri?
24% men have degree
What's the average male height in Iron, Missouri?
178 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Iron, Missouri?
Local women avg 29.4